Art Leven is proud to present ‘New Works By’, a solo exhibition by Walyalup (Fremantle) artist duo Stephen Brameld and Jay Staples, who were the recipients of the 2024 Art Leven award as part of the Paddington Art Prize.
Even in the form of a grainy thumbnail image among scores of other paintings, a beautifully composed work by Stephen Brameld and Jay Staples can captivate your attention. This was my experience, at least, when I was first introduced to the duo’s work in the Paddington Art Prize online judging portal. In the subsequent research I was floored by their ability to collaboratively create such a natural sense of balance in each work. When I finally saw the work in person, ‘Freshwater Bay’ was cemented as the natural choice for the award.
The evolution from Cooee Art to Art Leven in 2023 marked a new chapter of collaboration, transparency, and expanded artistic dialogue. As part of this vision, New Works By is presented within our Project Program—a platform designed to foster open and meaningful
